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Budget 2019
Date: Oct 26, 2019
On October 24, the Government of Alberta announced its 2019-20 budget, which included a $28.4 million allocation to the AFA.
Work of the Week: Three Tolkien-Themed Artworks for Hobbit Day!
Date: Sep 20, 2019
This week’s Work of the Week are three Tolkien-themed artworks from the AFA’s permanent collection!
Now On View | Two New Emerging Curator Exhibitions
Date: Sep 4, 2019
"Absence Inhabited" and "Dear Alan", featuring artworks from the AFA's collection, are now on view on Google Arts and Culture.
Go Behind the Scenes with the AFA's Art Collections Manager!
Date: Aug 28, 2019
What does it take to get an artwork in show-worthy shape? Find out!
Work of the Week: "Edge of Summer" by Thelma Manarey
Date: Aug 23, 2019
This week's Work of the Week is "Edge of Summer" by Thelma Manarey.
Explore the economics of Alberta art
Date: Jul 25, 2019
On April 25, 2019, Statistics Canada released Culture Satellite Account (CSA) updated economic data for the Canadian arts, culture & sport sectors.
"Alberta and the Group of Seven" at Government House
Date: Jul 23, 2019
Did you know there was a strong connection between Alberta and members of the Group of Seven?
National Indigenous Peoples Day
Date: Jun 21, 2019
Celebrate the heritage, diverse cultures & incredible achievements of First Nations, Inuit & Métis!
Dive into the 2017-18 AFA Annual Report
Date: Nov 28, 2018
Explore the 2017-18 AFA Annual Report, including last fiscal year's accomplishments and highlights
Becca Taylor awarded Dr. Joane Cardinal-Schubert Fellowship for Indigenous Curators
Date: Aug 13, 2018
Through this Fellowship, Becca will research and work with Indigenous artists to potentially increase representation in the AFA collection.